Title: Visit Southern Sonora: Best of Southern Sonora Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com [Hotels in Southern Sonora](https://expedia.com/Southern-Sonora-Hotels.d6052514.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Southern Sonora](https://expedia.com/Southern-Sonora-Vacation-Rentals.d6052514.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Southern Sonora](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Southern-Sonora.d6052514.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Southern Sonora](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Southern-Sonora.d6052514.Car-Rental-Guide)[Southern Sonora Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Southern-Sonora.d6052514.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Southern Sonora ## Travel Guide ![San Fernando Cathedral which includes street scenes and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6247027/d34e39c7-9a4f-4188-958f-5878fb2f8ad9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![San Fernando Cathedral which includes street scenes and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6247027/d34e39c7-9a4f-4188-958f-5878fb2f8ad9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Fisherman featuring a city and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6247035/e4c70b1b-385c-47e6-bc6f-07143c56600c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![San Fernando Cathedral featuring religious elements, a church or cathedral and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6247027/a2b03eff-41cd-4a7d-82fe-fdbd9d35bc63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Fisherman which includes a square or plaza and outdoor art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6247035/67092d12-8754-4110-8198-c1918e9a5c92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Southern Sonora Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Southern Sonora ![Santisima Church and Plaza Mayor of Trinidad in Cuba](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976398133/4bd05a73-a440-45aa-8b98-ea09a5091529.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Alamos Centro 4.5/5(7 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Alamos Centro, Municipal Market and La Alameda Plaza are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Alamos-Alamos-Centro.dx553248635976398133) ![SAN CARLOS BEACH, SONORA / MEXICO - DECEMBER 27, 2018. Sunrise view at the Miramar beach, Guaymas. This shot was taken from "Caracol Turistico" near Marina Terra Club in San Carlos Beach, Sea of Corte](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635921598869/5873ea11-3f23-4e98-a23f-4b1ce2273899.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Miramar The beaches and mountain views are just a few features travelers like about Miramar. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Perlas del Mar de Cortez and San Francisco Beach are a few top places to visit. [](https://expedia.com/Guaymas-Miramar.dx553248635921598869) ![A Los Algodones Catch 22 Beach Shot, San Carlos, Guaymas, Sonora, Mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976399595/4c2452c7-dbc5-4d2e-b457-ae5267702c53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Marina Real While Marina Real might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cerro Tetakawi and Piedras Beach. [](https://expedia.com/San-Carlos-Marina-Real.dx553248635976399595) ![SAN CARLOS BEACH, SONORA / MEXICO - DECEMBER 29, 2018.Beautiful sunset view of San Carlos Beach. Shot taken in Villas California, located near Los Algodones beach and the Sea of Cortez Beach Club.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976400989/518ee1f3-6f39-4d13-846e-3635a8749f28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Villas California If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Villas California and surrounding area, you can visit Los Algodones and Cerro Tetakawi. [](https://expedia.com/San-Carlos-Villas-California.dx553248635976400989) ![Panoramic aerial photo of San Carlos Sonora, Mexico. The place where the desert meets the sea.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976400513/cb61a331-0f09-48bf-babd-1c95835aeed9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Villa Hermosa If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Villa Hermosa and surrounding area, you can visit San Carlos Golf Course and Marina San Carlos. [](https://expedia.com/San-Carlos-Villa-Hermosa.dx553248635976400513) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Caracol Turístico 5/5(4 area reviews) When in Caracol Turístico, you can plan a visit to Marina San Carlos and Cerro Tetakawi, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.com/San-Carlos-Caracol-Turistico.dx553248635976396801) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Southern-Sonora.dx6052514.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neighborhoods) - Southern Sonora Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Southern Sonora ![Hotel San Carlos Plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88620000/88611100/88611084/5808441d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel San Carlos Plaza Paseo Mar de Bermejo, Los Algodones San Carlos SON $90 nightly $107 total Feb 9 - Feb 10 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 7.4/10 Good! (690 reviews) Hot water on the shower goes and come and coffee machine doesn’t works Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F9%2F2026&endDate=2%2F10%2F2026&selected=88611084&PinnedHotelID=88611084&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6052514) ![Marinaterra Hotel & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1380000/1372900/1372817/a3951381_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Marinaterra Hotel & Spa Calle Gabriel Estrada S/n San Carlos SON $109 nightly $132 total Mar 9 - Mar 10 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Marina San Carlos and San Carlos Golf ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews) Todo bien, solo que no respetan el no hacer ruidos fuertes los huéspedes Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F9%2F2026&endDate=3%2F10%2F2026&selected=1372817&PinnedHotelID=1372817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6052514) ![Hotel Boutique Casa María](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83460000/83457700/83457658/83167e7a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Boutique Casa María BLVD. GABRIEL ESTRADA 129 San Carlos Sonora $136 nightly $165 total Mar 2 - Mar 3 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (401 reviews) Muy limpio, todo el personal súper amables, linda vista de la terraza. Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F2%2F2026&endDate=3%2F3%2F2026&selected=83457658&PinnedHotelID=83457658&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6052514) [See all 336 properties in Southern Sonora](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=2%2F9%2F2026&endDate=2%2F10%2F2026®ionId=6052514) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Evamar San Carlos ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91580000/91577600/91577591/e869d354_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Evamar San Carlos Blvd. Rafael Jesús Caballero, San Carlos Sonora Stay at this apartment in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (153 reviews) Muy amable el personal! Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/San-Carlos-Hotels-Evamar-San-Carlos.h91577591.Hotel-Information) ![Playa Blanca Premier Resort I](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101050000/101046900/101046900/415de9d3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Playa Blanca Premier Resort I Ruta 124 Playa Algodones San Carlos SON Book a stay at this spa condo in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Los Algodones and Piedras Beach are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews) We couldn’t get hot water in the shower. Reviewed on Jun 13, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/San-Carlos-Hotels-Playa-Blanca-Premier-Resort-I.h101046900.Hotel-Information) ![Suites Costa Diamante San Carlos](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99500000/99492600/99492580/ccfea502_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Suites Costa Diamante San Carlos 71 Malibú Nte. Fracc. Villa California San Carlos Son. Book a stay at this beach condo in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Marina San Carlos and San Carlos Golf ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (102 reviews) Good Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/San-Carlos-Hotels-Suites-Costa-Diamante-San-Carlos.h99492580.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Southern Sonora](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6052514&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Southern Sonora hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6052514&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[Feb 8 - Feb 9](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6052514&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6052514&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[Feb 9 - Feb 10](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6052514&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6052514&startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F15%2F2026)[Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6052514&startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F15%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Aerial photo of Los Algodones beach in San Carlos Sonora, Mexico. The islands full of sahuaros stand out. An iconic contrast between desert and sea. In the background the rocky mountain Tetakawi.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635997369852/f1020980-3bf3-4a42-8d78-8d496008dd7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Los Algodones Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Los Algodones during your trip to San Carlos? Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Los-Algodones-San-Carlos.d553248635997369852.Vacation-Attraction) ![surfeur san pancho](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635998117919/7308f90e-9689-43ad-9dde-422bf031a0f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Francisco Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at San Francisco Beach during your trip to San Carlos? Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/San-Francisco-Beach-San-Carlos.d553248635998117919.Vacation-Attraction) ![Vista del cerro del Tetakawi y el mar en San Carlos Guaymas, Sonora, México](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/655532848134086656/3938b0e3-6ce1-4a32-9836-de75c114ce89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cerro Tetakawi Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cerro Tetakawi during your travels in San Carlos. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Cerro-Tetakawi-San-Carlos.d655532848134086656.Vacation-Attraction) ![Olas en la punta](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621579693635/e8576575-0036-4cb9-95ec-8fd6daabc45b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Piedras Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Piedras Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to San Carlos. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside, or seek out the fishing spots. [](https://expedia.com/Piedras-Beach-San-Carlos.d553248621579693635.Vacation-Attraction) ![End of summer sunset in San Carlos Guaymas in Sonora Mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635998150091/68840e1b-d551-4c8e-ad79-d213b4bd7bd5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Marina San Carlos Explore the waterfront in San Carlos with a trip to Marina San Carlos. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Marina-San-Carlos-San-Carlos.d553248635998150091.Vacation-Attraction) ![San Fernando Cathedral which includes street scenes and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6247027/d34e39c7-9a4f-4188-958f-5878fb2f8ad9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Fernando Cathedral The oldest church in Guaymas survived a massive storm that tore down part of its roof in 2009\. See the restored cupola, religious paintings and sculptures. [](https://expedia.com/San-Fernando-Cathedral-Centro-Guaymas.d6247027.Vacation-Attraction) ## Cities near Southern Sonora ![Pinito navideño](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/806/a0dcc0b4-88bf-45c7-8ee1-87177c464307.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ciudad Obregón ![The Fisherman showing a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6247035/047ebd7f-aae8-48e8-91f0-7ec4d7b4e980.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Guaymas ![Typical street in the Spanish Colonial town of Alamos, Sonora, Mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10491/32cb53be-8221-479c-8aa3-d3008b82bbed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Alamos ![A peaceful harbor in San Carlos along Mexico's Pacific Coast](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10834/ee646f90-edd4-45ee-bf36-349ff8a6cd44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### San Carlos - Cities near Southern Sonora - Places of interest [Ciudad Obregón](https://expedia.com/Ciudad-Obregon.dx806)[Guaymas](https://expedia.com/Guaymas.dx1416)[Alamos](https://expedia.com/Alamos.dx10491)[San Carlos](https://expedia.com/San-Carlos.dx10834)[Navojoa](https://expedia.com/Navojoa.dx181296)[El Ranchito](https://expedia.com/El-Ranchito.dx6346879)[Yécora](https://expedia.com/Yecora.dx3000045641)[Huatabampo](https://expedia.com/Huatabampo.dx3000425966)[Empalme](https://expedia.com/Empalme.dx553248634859574651)[Chínipas](https://expedia.com/Chinipas.dx553248635612058915)[San Ignacio Río Muerto](https://expedia.com/San-Ignacio-Rio-Muerto.dx553248635640633016)[Cajeme](https://expedia.com/Cajeme.dx553248635640644142)[Vicam](https://expedia.com/Vicam.dx553248635796240355)[Cócorit](https://expedia.com/Cocorit.dx553248635998002074)[San José de Guaymas](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-De-Guaymas.dx901768103789412352) - [San Francisco Beach ](https://expedia.com/San-Francisco-Beach-San-Carlos.d553248635998117919.Vacation-Attraction) - [Cerro Tetakawi ](https://expedia.com/Cerro-Tetakawi-San-Carlos.d655532848134086656.Vacation-Attraction) - [Perlas del Mar de Cortez ](https://expedia.com/Perlas-Del-Mar-De-Cortez-Guaymas.d553248621532630348.Vacation-Attraction) - [Guaymas Malencon ](https://expedia.com/Guaymas-Malencon-Centro-Guaymas.d553248621579693589.Vacation-Attraction) - [Piedras Beach ](https://expedia.com/Piedras-Beach-San-Carlos.d553248621579693635.Vacation-Attraction) - [Estadio Yaquis Stadium ](https://expedia.com/Estadio-Yaquis-Stadium-Cajeme.d553248635998000223.Vacation-Attraction) - [San Carlos Golf Course ](https://expedia.com/San-Carlos-Golf-Course-San-Carlos.d6247088.Vacation-Attraction) - [Nainari Lake ](https://expedia.com/Nainari-Lake-Cajeme.d553248621532630349.Vacation-Attraction) - [Marina San Carlos ](https://expedia.com/Marina-San-Carlos-San-Carlos.d553248635998150091.Vacation-Attraction) - [San Fernando Cathedral ](https://expedia.com/San-Fernando-Cathedral-Centro-Guaymas.d6247027.Vacation-Attraction) - [Church of the Immaculate Conception ](https://expedia.com/Church-Of-The-Immaculate-Conception-Alamos-Centro.d553248621532977173.Vacation-Attraction) - [Nacapule Canyon ](https://expedia.com/Nacapule-Canyon-Sonora.d553248621579693631.Vacation-Attraction) - [Julio Alfonso Alfonso Municipal Sports Complex ](https://expedia.com/Julio-Alfonso-Alfonso-Municipal-Sports-Complex-Guaymas.d6247082.Vacation-Attraction) - [Plaza 5 de Mayo ](https://expedia.com/Plaza-5-De-Mayo-Navojoa.d553248621563843900.Vacation-Attraction) - [Ostimuri Children's Park and Zoo ](https://expedia.com/Ostimuri-Childrens-Park-And-Zoo-Cajeme.d553248621558144251.Vacation-Attraction) - [Plaza Cocorit ](https://expedia.com/Plaza-Cocorit-Cajeme.d553248635998002085.Vacation-Attraction) - [Plaza Bella Vista ](https://expedia.com/Plaza-Bella-Vista-Cajeme.d553248635975846249.Vacation-Attraction) - [Plaza Santa Fe ](https://expedia.com/Plaza-Santa-Fe-Navojoa.d553248621563843897.Vacation-Attraction) - [Sierra de Alamo-Río Cuchujaqui Biosphere Reserve ](https://expedia.com/Sierra-De-Alamo-Rio-Cuchujaqui-Biosphere-Reserve-Alamos.d625964207062298624.Vacation-Attraction) - [Plaza Altea Guaymas ](https://expedia.com/Plaza-Altea-Guaymas-Guaymas.d655535608054210560.Vacation-Attraction) - [Los Pioneros Park ](https://expedia.com/Los-Pioneros-Park-Cajeme.d553248621558144254.Vacation-Attraction) - [Municipal Market ](https://expedia.com/Municipal-Market-Alamos-Centro.d553248621592223721.Vacation-Attraction) - [The Fisherman ](https://expedia.com/The-Fisherman-Centro-Guaymas.d6247035.Vacation-Attraction) - [H. 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